Thank you for your interest in the Thurston Climate Mitigation Plan and for signing up for climate mitigation plan updates. We are excited to inform you about progress on Thurston County, Lacey, Olympia, and Tumwater’s strategy to reduce local contributions to climate change.

On Monday, September 26, 2022, from 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Thurston Regional Planning Council will host a Climate Action Steering Committee meeting. Click here to access the meeting webinar registration link, agenda, and materials. 

The committee will consider applications for two open slots on the Climate Advisory Workgroup, will discuss a staff proposal to review the TCMP implementation strategy, and will hear an update on state and local programs related to waste reduction.

There will be an opportunity for public comment at the start of the meeting – if you wish to provide oral comment during the meeting, please check the box to indicate this when registering. Written comments may be emailed to climate@trpc.org, and must be received by noon on September 23, 2022, to be provided to the Committee prior to the meeting.  

Here are some other news and opportunities for area residents interested in regional climate action.

• There is still time to join the Week Without Driving challenge this week – September 19-25. Reducing vehicle miles traveled is an important climate mitigation strategy, but what would it really mean to get around the Thurston region without a car? This event is hosted by Disability Rights Washington to help understand the barriers nondrivers experience in accessing your (and our) communities.
• Congratulations to the City of Olympia for receiving SolSmart Gold designation in recognition of steps the city has taken to make it faster and easier to permit solar power (TCMP Action B5.5). The Olympia City Council will hold a recognition ceremony at their meeting Tuesday, September 20 at 7 pm – you can register to attend the virtual meeting here.

We are excited to keep you informed about this latest phase of climate action planning, and will continue to use this newsletter to provide occasional updates on the region’s work. As always, we welcome your feedback! If you have questions or comments, please reach out to climate@trpc.org.